Snake River Boat Ramp Kiosk Attendant

Type of help: Major Duties: A kiosk attendant will spend most of their time at the main informational kiosk on the Snake River. This volunteer provides information to the public about current river conditions, checks in permitted groups and keeps an eye on facility conditions. They encourage responsible recreation and behavior at the ramps, and sometimes tour the canyon in forest service vehicles to check other facilities and boat ramps. Other duties include selling interpretive materials, assisting the public with travel questions related to the Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF), light maintenance work, and communicating information about the river, recreationists, river conditions and concerns to a forest service point of contact or supervisor as appropriate.

Languages spoken: ENGLISH

What else ...: Skills and Qualifications Needed: A good river kiosk employee is comfortable approaching and speaking with the public, personable and friendly. Strong communication skills are key. This is not a job where volunteers are enforcing anything, just providing information to the public. They should enjoy spending their days outside and in all types of Wyoming weather. The volunteer should expect to represent the US Forest Service - as a volunteer - being a liaison to the agency in an upstanding way.

How many travelers can volunteer?: Ask USDA Forest Service or Please contact the http://www.fs.usda.gov/

Accommodation suggestions: N/A

Hours expected: Work Schedule: 2-4 days per week (20-40hrs/wk) Duty Station: Jackson Ranger District - Cottonwood Work Center Position Start and End Date: May/June - September 2023 Housing may be available for this opportunity.

Availability: Requirements: · Strong communication skills with the public and Forest Staff. · Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in emotionally charged situations · Ability to maintain attention to safety · Attention to detail to accurately and consistently complete daily reports. · Ability to commit to the full term of service. · Valid driver’s license and good driving record. · U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident. · Regular and reliable attendance and dependability. Start Date - 2024-05-15 End Date - 2024-09-30 Activities include: Conservation Education;General Assistance;Visitor Information

Wish List: Job Duties: · Staff the river kiosk on days that it needs coverage - typically Monday-Wednesday. · Provide the public with general information about the BTNF, daily river conditions, and rules and regulations as applicable. · Provide the public with assistance when possible. · Sell interpretive products using provided iPhone point of sale device. · Check in non-commercial permitted groups. · Ensure people are abiding by the rules and providing education when they are not. · Occasionally improving signage and communicating area-specific needs and issues to a Forest Service supervisor. · Keep daily records of user contacts, work completed, and hours worked. · Work independently to perform job duties. · Occasionally perform light maintenance work where appropriate. · Removing litter from boat ramp areas. · Provide the public with on-the-ground information and handouts · Keeping an eye on trail conditions and report problems to program supervisor. · Identifying and helping manage invasive species · Occasionally cleaning restrooms (less than once a week) · Demonstrate a courteous, customer service attuite with visitors and colleagues. · Follow U.S. Forest Service procedures and policies. · Follow US Forest Service social media policy. · As an agency representative, support and explain agency policy and objectives · Wear the provided identifying uniform · Incumbent will carry, at a minimum, a radio, bear spray, maps and a cell phone. · Operate a government motor vehicle safely · Provide supervisors with recommendations for improving the operation as necessary.

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